Essendon Football Club removed Natalie Wood from her coaching role. The dismissal came after the team managed only a single victory in the AFL Women's season. Wood's tenure ended with one round of matches still to be played. Club officials indicated that the decision was driven by the poor on‑field results. The move marks a swift response to an underperforming campaign. Players and supporters will now face the remainder of the season under interim leadership. The season continues despite the coaching change.